Who painted The Man of Sorrows with Hands Bound?

The Man of Sorrows with Hands Bound was painted by Albrecht Dürer in 1512.

Where can I see The Man of Sorrows with Hands Bound?

The Man of Sorrows with Hands Bound is held by Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

What movement is The Man of Sorrows with Hands Bound?

The Man of Sorrows with Hands Bound is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

The Man of Sorrows with Hands Bound

Albrecht Dürer , 1512

The Man of Sorrows with Hands Bound is an ink print by the Northern Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1512 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

About this work

Overview

The Man of Sorrows with Hands Bound is a drypoint print created by Albrecht Dürer in 1512. Executed on laid paper, it showcases Dürer's skill with the medium.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts Jesus Christ standing with his hands bound, wearing a simple cloth and gazing downward. The somber pose and expression convey a sense of sorrow and contemplation.

Technique & Style

Dürer employed simple, delicate lines to create a quiet and introspective atmosphere. The drypoint technique, which involves scratching the image onto a plate, yields a distinctive softness and subtlety in the lines.